Overhead Bar, Coffee & Restaurant

Open‑Air Bamboo and Rice‑Field Calm

Set along Jl. Tj. Simah in Pecatu, Overhead Bar, Coffee & Restaurant sits in the Uluwatu area but looks inward to green rice fields rather than cliffs and ocean. An open bamboo structure, concrete and wood details, and airy spaces keep the mood relaxed, with many guests calling the design “unique” and “stylish” (Google 2024). It’s generally open from 07h00 to 22h00, so you can slide in for breakfast, linger over a laptop, or end the day with burgers and cocktails.

Breakfast, Brunch and All‑Day Plates

Mornings are a strong point: roast beef eggs Benedict, French toast, dragon smoothie bowls, homemade granola and “Sunny Eggs” with carrot hummus come up often in reviews. Several visitors say it’s their favourite brunch in Uluwatu, with one calling the Roast Beef Benedict “probably the best…in Bali” and another naming the French toast the best they’ve had. Portions read as reasonable to generous; one guest notes “impressively large portions”, another finds pizzas tasty but on the small side.

Later in the day, the menu shifts toward burgers, pasta and sharing plates. Double burgers, roast beef burgers, crispy chicken burgers, pork ribs, tuna poke bowls, pizza and glazed or crispy eggplant get repeated praise for freshness and balanced flavours. Not every dish is a hit—some found grilled corn, certain pastas or “Sunny Eggs” less exciting—but overall impressions lean strongly positive.

Serious About Coffee (and a Few Free Cups)

Coffee is a big draw. Overhead focuses on 100% arabica beans, with some guests highlighting Best of Panama selections, espresso‑based drinks, batch brew, and alternative options like matcha and espresso tonics. Multiple reviewers describe it as the best coffee they had in Bali, and one even lists it in their “top 10 coffees” ever.

A few mention that iced coffees can feel watery in the heat, and at least one guest found a single espresso at 100,000 rupiah expensive. Free coffee or lemonade is sometimes offered in exchange for a Google review, which a couple of diners felt slightly awkward about—though most still say their feedback is honest.

Working, Chilling and the Open‑Air Trade‑Offs

Digital nomads gravitate here for the stable Wi‑Fi, many power outlets and quiet, open layout. Several guests say they enjoyed working on laptops for hours, helped by friendly, English‑speaking staff and complimentary water at the table.

The open design means no AC, only big fans and natural breeze. Some visitors found it surprisingly comfortable even at noon; others point out heat, road noise and insects as occasional downsides, especially later in the day.

Service, Atmosphere and Price Perception

Staff warmth is one of Overhead’s strongest assets. Reviews repeatedly mention friendly, attentive service, from remembering a guest’s nut allergy to recognising repeat visitors at breakfast. Food generally arrives quickly, though a few note slower service at busy times.

On pricing, many travellers feel they receive “world‑class quality for a fraction of the price” compared to Europe, while others flag that some items (like espresso) are close to “United States pricing”. Lunch‑time visitors should also know that certain sections, such as pizza and grilled dishes, may only start service after 13h00.

Who It Suits

Overhead Bali will appeal most to people who care about specialty coffee, thoughtful brunch and burger plates, and a calm, open‑air space where you can linger—accepting a bit of heat and the odd mosquito in exchange for rice‑field views and easygoing, attentive service.